For young people

living with disabilities or experiencing disadvantage

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In the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race 2024

Our Programs

Winds of Joy

Extraordinary experiences for extraordinary young people
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Winds of Change

8-week journey for school students to learn sailing.
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Wright of Passage

School students learning maritime trade skills..
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Winds of Inspiration

Opportunities for people to challenge themselves
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John Whitfeld, Skipper

Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race

Meet the Crew

The Making Waves Foundation was founded with a mission to empower individuals with disability. Through initiatives like the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race, the foundation promotes inclusion and empowerment of those effected by disability or disadvantage  through the empowerment of sailing.. 

Latest News

Natalie’s Story

Natalie’s Story

MWF Successfully Completes their 23rd Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

MWF Successfully Completes their 23rd Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race

MWF Wins Sport Promotion Award at NSW/ACT Sailing Awards

MWF Wins Sport Promotion Award at NSW/ACT Sailing Awards

MWF’s Wright of Passage Program Wins Inclusion Program of the Year

MWF’s Wright of Passage Program Wins Inclusion Program of the Year

Newcastle WOP on ABC Radio

Newcastle WOP on ABC Radio

All-Women’s Winds of Joy Sails

All-Women’s Winds of Joy Sails

For young people who are at risk or disadvantaged

Dream of being so much more.

We put all the sails up for young people at risk or experiencing disadvantage and push the boat to its limits. It’s all about inclusion, pushing the boundaries, teamwork, communication, respect, optimism, overcoming challenges and problem-solving.

Testimonials

What students are saying
Wright of Passage student, James
‘You will come in not knowing what you want to do, but through the program you can work it out.’
Winds of Change student, Mark
‘One thing I had learnt about myself is how to communicate with the crew. Also, how to trust. I know the crew will keep us safe.’
Winds of Change student, Jack
‘Thank you so much for providing me and everyone with a great sailing experience. I have had the best time and learned so much!’
Making Waves Foundation A young boy holding up a poster with a map on it.
Working with

School Students

We work with students from special needs schools or schools with support units along the Eastern Seaboard. These students benefit most from our programs.

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